Yale University

Yale University is a prestigious Ivy League institution located in New Haven, Connecticut, and is one of the oldest universities in the United States, having been founded in 1701. Originally established as the Collegiate School in Saybrook, Connecticut, it was renamed Yale College in 1718 to honor benefactor Elihu Yale. Over the centuries, Yale has grown into a world-renowned research university with a strong emphasis on the liberal arts, boasting a long tradition of academic excellence and influence in fields such as law, literature, science, and the arts.

The university is organized into fourteen schools, including Yale College (its undergraduate school), the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, and twelve professional schools such as the Yale Law School, School of Medicine, and School of Drama. Yale is also home to numerous research institutions and libraries, including the Sterling Memorial Library and the Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library. The university fosters interdisciplinary collaboration and provides extensive opportunities for undergraduate research, creative exploration, and global study.

Yale is known for its selective admissions, rigorous academics, and distinguished faculty and alumni, which include U.S. presidents, Nobel laureates, Supreme Court justices, and other global leaders. The university supports a vibrant campus life, with student organizations, cultural events, and a residential college system that builds a close-knit academic community. With a strong commitment to leadership, service, and innovation, Yale continues to play a vital role in shaping scholarship and society both in the United States and around the world.